The Baby Owner s Manual

This is a new book. Condition: Brand New.

A revised and updated edition of Quirk's bestselling parenting manual--more than 500,000 copies sold in 25+ languages!

At last! A beginner's guide to newborn baby technology, complete with step-by-step instructions, FAQs, and schematics, from a board-certified pediatrician and his son (an older model).

Congratulations-you've just acquired one of life's biggest technological marvels- a newborn baby! New owners have so many questions- How do I handle sleep malfunctions? When should I bring the baby to a doctor for servicing? What transportation accessories do I need?
New users will get plenty of useful advice on-

PREPARATION AND HOME INSTALLATION- How to store your baby properly
GENERAL CARE- Effective techniques for handling, holding, and comforting the baby
FEEDING- An in-depth guide to your baby's power supply, from breastfeeding to solid food
PROGRAMMING SLEEP MODE- How to Configure baby's sleeping area and manage issues such as overstimulation
GENERAL MAINTENANCE- Keep that new baby smell fresh with tips on sanitation and care, such as diaper installation and cleaning
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT- Perform user testing on baby's reflexes, note and track milestones, plus advanced motor and sensory skills
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE- Monitor baby's health, tackle childproofing, learn life-saving procedures, plus get fixes for minor issues such as cradle cap and diaper rash

Whatever your concerns, celebrated pediatrician Dr. Louis Borgenight and his son, Joe Borgenicht, provide plenty of useful advice for anyone who wants to learn the basics of childcare.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9781594745973
Published: September 2012

Number of pages: 256
Width: 127 mm
Height: 178 mm
Depth: 23 mm

Publisher: Quirk Books